Archive for July, 2006

Cider Pork Stew - 27g Carbs, 3g Fiber, 12g Sugar

Saturday, July 29th, 2006

From www.diabeticlivingdiet.com
Prep Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 20 mins

2 lb pork, shoulder roast
3 medium potato(es)
3 medium carrot(s)
2 medium onion(s)
1 medium apple cider
1/2 cup(s) celery
3 Tbsp tapioca
2 cup(s) juice, apple
1 tsp salt
1 tsp caraway seeds
1/4 tsp pepper, ground black
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California Stuffed Chiles - 21 g carbs

Friday, July 28th, 2006

California Stuffed Chiles

4 fresh poblano chiles
4 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 firm ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, cubed
1 to 2 teaspoons minced fresh jalapeno
1/3 cup chopped scallions
1/3 cup chopped fresh coriander
1 cup pomegranate arils
salt to taste
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Preheat broiler. Line large baking pan with aluminum foil.
Broil chiles, turning as needed, until skins blister and blacken, 15 to 20
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Roasted Corn And Green Chile Soup - 15 g carbs

Friday, July 28th, 2006

Roasted Corn And Green Chile Soup

1 fresh Anaheim chile pepper
4 ears fresh corn, husked or 2 cups frozen kernels
3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
4 ounces firm tofu, drained, and cut into 1/4" cubes
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 limes, optional, cut into wedges

Using tongs, hold chile directly over flame of gas burner, turning frequently,
until entire surface is blistered. (Alternatively, roast chile under broiler.)
Place roasted chile in medium bowl. Cover with plate and let steam 20 minutes.
(Alternatively, place chile in small paper bag. Close securely and let steam.)
When cool enough to handle, peel off charred skin and discard. Remove and
discard seeds. Finely chop chile flesh; set aside.
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Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Capers - 7g Carbs, 1g Fiber

Friday, July 28th, 2006

From www.lifescript.com and FoodFit
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 8 minutes

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 4 to 6 oz each
1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Flour for dredging
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, rehydrated and chopped
2 Tbsp capers
2 Tbsp chopped parsley
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White Chili - 52g Carbs, 11g Fiber

Friday, July 28th, 2006

{This too is a bit high in total carbs but also high in fiber
making the net carbs… 41g Take care, Gloria}

From Eating Well Magazine
Yield: 6 servings, 1 1/3 cups each
Active Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Ease of preparation: Easy

This fragrant "white" chili is an unusual, delicious alternative
to traditional tomato-based chilis. Serve with lime wedges and a
dollop of sour cream or a sprinkling of cheese.

1 Tbsp canola oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onion
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Spicy Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup - 49.67 Total Carbs

Thursday, July 27th, 2006

{This recipe does not show fiber content but it does have some
so the net carbs will be less than the amount shown. Take care,
Gloria}

Submitted by Lynn Eberle to eDiets.com
Dried black beans are cooked all day in a slow cooker with
chicken broth, canned jalapenos, cumin, chili powder and cayenne pepper.
Serves 6 servings
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 360 minutes
Total time: 365 minutes

1 lb dry black beans, soaked overnight
4 tsp diced jalapeno peppers
6 cups chicken broth
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Steak Wraps with Horseradish-Mustard Sauce - 45g Carbs, 3g Fiber

Thursday, July 27th, 2006

{The carbs might be lower by using a lower carb tortilla.
Take care, Gloria}

From www.lifescript.com and FoodFit
Serves: 4
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes

For the steak:
2 top sirloin steaks, about 8 oz each
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper

For the wraps:
1/2 cup fat-free, whipped cream cheese
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Grilled Beef Kebabs with Ginger-Soy Sauce - 13g Carbs, 2g Fiber

Thursday, July 27th, 2006

From www.lifescript.com and FoodFit
Serves: 6
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes

2/3 cup light soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 Tbsp freshly grated ginger
1 1/2 lb beef tenderloin tips, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
12 bamboo (soaked in water) or metal skewers
2 large red bell peppers, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 Vidalia onion, cut into 1-inch cubes
24 small button mushrooms

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Plum & Apple Compote with Vanilla Custard - 25 or 18g Carbs, 2g Fibe

Thursday, July 27th, 2006

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From Eating Well Magazine
Yield: 12 servings, 1/2 cup each
Active Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Ease of preparation: Moderate

Jennifer Sanders of Cambridge, Ontario, came up with this winning
combination of plums and apples, which she stews into a compote
and accompanies with a light and comforting custard sauce.

Compote
12 prune plums or 8 red or black plums, pitted and chopped
1/3 cup apple cider
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Picante Potato Skins - 14g Carbs, 1g Fiber, 1g Sugar

Wednesday, July 26th, 2006

For a milder flavor, use Monterey Jack cheese without jalapeƱos.
To increase the spice quotient, use a hot salsa.

Number of Servings: 6
Serving Size: 2 potato skins

3 baking potatoes
3 Tbsp salsa or picante sauce
1 Tbsp margarine, melted
3/4 cup reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeƱos, shredded

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Do not bake the potatoes
in a microwave for this recipe, because the skins will become
too soft. Prepare a cookie sheet with nonstick pan spray.

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